$1,018,650Average Value$684Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Outdoor recreation near urban amenities
About 3 miles southwest of downtown, San Luis Obispo’s Laguna Lake neighborhood sits on the west bank of the lake bearing the same name. While residents have access to suburban conveniences with proximity to all the city has to offer, water recreation and hiking are also a major draw for buyers. “You’ve got the lake for paddleboarding, kayaking and fishing, and there’s lots of trails in the area,” says area resident Courtney Huckabay, a broker associate with Comet Realty.
A lakeside park, a nearby golf course and plenty of hiking
While the lake doesn’t allow for motorized vessels, it’s a popular spot for swimming, fishing and non-motorized boats. On the east side of the lake, Laguna Lake Park is a convenient spot for paddleboarders and kayakers to launch from, and offers a 2-mile, dog friendly hiking loop that connects to additional trails through Cerro San Luis. The park is also home to a popular disc golf course, a playground and a sand volleyball court. The park also has a barbeque area with plenty of picnic tables and a large, off-leash dog park. Golfers can tee off from the public 10-hole Laguna Lake Municipal Golf Course just west of Los Osos Valley Road on the neighborhood’s west side. Just west of there, the 720-acre Irish Hills Natural Reserve offers nearly 10 miles of additional hiking and biking trails.
Late 20th century builds with renovations
Homes in Laguna Lake date back to the late 20th century, with most construction completed in the 1980s. “The neighborhood started to get built in the early ‘60s so it’s kind of in this mode where a lot of the original owners are moving on,” Huckabay says. “It’s kind of being revamped right now.” Despite the neighborhood being well-established, many homes have undergone significant renovations and upgrades.
Attached townhouses can be found for under $750,000, while detached single-family homes start closer to $900,000 and range to over $1 million. Most single-family homes sit on lots up to 8,000 square feet and have front-facing two or three car garages.
Most all the townhouses in Laguna Lake share a wall with their neighbor.
Some of the homes in Laguna Lake have a distinctive raw wood siding look.
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Locally owned eateries and chain retailers nearby
Residents can find shopping and dining options just south of the neighborhood at Laguna Village Shopping Center, located at the intersection of two main thoroughfares, Los Osos Valley Road and Madonna Road. Here, locals can pick up essentials at Grocery Outlet, or stop into Nautical Bean for a cup of coffee and a breakfast sandwich. Laguna Grill is the local watering hole for pub grub, burgers and brews, while Sushiya is a go-to for a wide array of sushi rolls and teppanyaki-style Japanese and Korean fare. Just east of the shopping center along Madonna Road, Slo Promenade is home to retailers like Nordstrom Rack and World Market, plus additional grocery options at Sprout’s Farmers Market. Across the street, Madonna Plaza Shopping Center houses stores like Kohl’s, Ross Dress for Less and Best Buy. Madonna Road is also lined with chain restaurants like Buffalo Wild Wings and IHOP.
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Laguna Lake residents can mark off all the items on their list at the nearby Grocery Outlet.
Madonna Plaza
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Learning in the highly rated San Luis Coastal Unified School District
Laguna Lake is zoned for San Luis Coastal Unified School District, which Niche gives an overall A-rating and names as the best school district in San Luis Obispo County. Students can attend the nearby C.L. Smith Elementary just south near the lake, which receives a B-plus-rating, and Laguna Middle, which is located right in the neighborhood and receives an A. At San Luis Obispo High, which also receives an A-rating, students can enroll in career and technical education courses in fields ranging from arts, media and entertainment to education, child development and family services.
A stone sign outside San Luis Obispo High School greets Meadow Park students.
A lighted marquee at the entrance to Laguna Middle School informs Meadow Park parents of events.
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Proximity to downtown events, plus an annual renaissance festival at Laguna Lake Park
Laguna Lake Park hosts the two-day Central Coast Renaissance Festival each July, with Elizabethan music, dancing and living history reenactments, as well as craft vendors and a food court. Residents are less than 5 miles from popular events in Downtown San Luis Obispo, including Downtown SLO Farmers Market which hosts local produce vendors, food and live music each Thursday evening, and Music in the Plaza each Friday throughout the summer in downtown’s Mission Plaza with live performers of all genres.
Proximity to Highway 101 via Los Osos Valley Road
The neighborhood is bordered to the west by Los Osos Valley Road, which leads to Highway 101 about 2 miles southeast. This main thoroughfare is also lined with SLO Transit bus stops. San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is about 5 miles southeast with nonstop service to major regional hubs. For emergency and specialized care, two hospitals can be found about 5 miles away; Adventist Health Sierra Vista is to the north just east of Highway 1, while Dignity Health’s French Hospital Medical Center is just east of Downtown San Luis Obispo on Johnson Avenue.
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Transit
Airport
San Luis County Regional
14 min drive
Bus
Lovr & Diablo
Bus
Lovr & Laguna Lane (Middle School)
Bus
Lovr & Descanso
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Laguna Lake
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Laguna Lake, San Luis Obispo sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Laguna Lake, San Luis Obispo over the last 12 months is $1,136,333, up 27% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Well-maintained 3 bed/3 bath SLO home tucked away in a desirable neighborhood. No HOA. Centrally located near shopping, trails, and Laguna Lake. Sizable corner-lot with separate backyard access from both streets. Check with the city for ADU or home business possibilities. Two bedrooms downstairs, each with their own bathroom and backyard access to separate patios. Large upstairs suite with
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
700
Median Age
34
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$91,428
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$128,877
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.3%
College Graduates
51.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
23''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
76/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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